- The Value Added Tax Amendment Regulations 2025 amend the VAT Regulations 1995
- HMRC is given the power to extend the time for businesses to submit final VAT returns
- Businesses must submit final VAT returns within a month of cancellation, with an extra week for electronic returns
- Payment is due on the last day the return is due
- HMRC processing delays can prevent meeting deadlines, leading to penalties and interest
- Historically, HMRC extended deadlines by administrative concession
- New regulations provide a formal basis for deadline extensions
- Regulations take effect on 13 June 2025
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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